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Swan Neck Walking Sticks: Provides Support and Stability

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Swan Neck Walking Sticks: Provides Support and Stability

Providing additional support and stability while walking, the Ausnew offset cane centers the user’s weight over the cane base for greater balance and support while reducing hand and wrist fatigue. Fitted with a non-slip rubber cane tip, the offset cane can be used while navigating any surface. Used on either hand, the cane height is also adjustable for a comfortable, customized fit. Introducing the Ausnew Swan Neck Walking Sticks These can also be single-point straight sticks but come with a swan neck curve at the top of the stick up to the handle. The swan neck offsets your weight to...

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Walking Stick: Support and Care for Every Step

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Walking Stick: Support and Care for Every Step

At times the elderly may have to face the reality that certain mobility aids are necessary not just to assist with movement but also as a preventative measure to avoid falls. A walking stick,  also referred to as a walking cane, is probably the most basic yet highly versatile mobility aid.  It is primarily used to assist with balancing, improve stability and at times even reduce the pressure that may be causing pain. Most walking sticks are thought of to be a straight, long stick either with a straight or curved handle but there are actually various different types depending...

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Up & Easy Seat Assist: Get Up Easily and Independently

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Up & Easy Seat Assist: Get Up Easily and Independently

The Up & Easy Seat Assist  has a gentle hydraulic action that easily raises or lowers the user to or from most any chair. This lifting cushion lifts 70% of the user's body weight to help make standing up or getting up from a chair or sofa much easier.  Introducing Up & Easy Seat Assist  This portable and economical lifting seat are perfect for those who need help to stand. It activates automatically as the user stands, lifting to 70% of their weight up to 154 kg. It is fully self-powered and does not require electricity, instead of using a...

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Folding Mobility Scooters – A Gateway to Maintaining Independence

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Folding Mobility Scooters – A Gateway to Maintaining Independence

Limited mobility can reduce independence and mobility scooters can make performing tasks independently much easier, e.g. visiting friends, or shopping locally. There are advantages and disadvantages of a folding mobility scooter, so always take consideration of choosing the right scooter for your needs.

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Knee Walkers: A Comfortable Alternative to Crutches

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Knee Walkers: A Comfortable Alternative to Crutches

Knee Walkers are a medical mobility device (sometimes called knee scooters or mobility scooters) that provide a safer, more comfortable, and easier-to-maneuver alternative to crutches for those recovering from foot or lower leg injury or surgery that requires the foot and/or leg to be non-weight bearing during recovery.

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